FEE: £2,600 fixed freelance commission. We are looking for a versatile performer who combines strong musical and theatrical skills with experience of working collaboratively with communities. Essential Strong singing and performance skills. Desirable Experience of co-creating work with communities. FEE: £2,600 (fixed freelance commission) Please note that this is a fixed-fee freelance commission rather than a salaried position.We are looking for an experienced performer with excellent communication, singing/playing and facilitation skills. Essential: Desirable: Fee and Contract Fixed freelance fee: £2,600 Key Responsibilities Co-facilitate 10 creative workshops with older residents. Please submit your application by 5pm on 30th September 2026 Applications should be submitted by email with the subject line: ACTOR-MUSICIAN APPLICATION – MANCUNIANITY FLOWS Interviews will be informal conversations and may be held online or in Manchester. We actively welcome applications from people from communities currently underrepresented within the cultural sector.Job Summary
Job Description
Guaranteed working commitment: 80 hours in total between October and December 2026.
The hours cover workshop preparation and delivery, creative development, song co-creation, rehearsals, production meetings, live narration, audience leadership and delivery of six public audio-theatre walks across 18-20 December 2026.
Mancunianity Flows: Walking the First Modern City is seeking an experienced Actor-Musician to help create and deliver an Arts Council England-funded participatory audio-theatre project developed with older residents from Manchester and Salford.
Experience as a musician, actor-musician or musical theatre performer.
Experience facilitating creative activity with groups.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Confidence leading audiences in public spaces.
Commitment to inclusive and participant-centred practice.
Experience working with older people.
Outdoor or site-responsive performance experience.
Folk, acoustic, community singing or participatory music experience.
Knowledge of Manchester and Salford.Job Requirements
Contract: Freelance
Period: October to December 2026
Location: Manchester and Salford
Acting and/or musical performance experience
Ability to work collaboratively with community participants
Experience facilitating creative activity
Strong interpersonal and listening skills
Commitment to accessibility and inclusion
Availability between October and December 2026
Experience working with older people
Applied theatre or participatory arts experience
Outdoor or site-responsive performance experience
Knowledge of Manchester and Salford communitiesJob Responsibilities
Freelance contract
October to December 2026
Manchester and Salford
Lead confidence-building, storytelling and voice work activities.
Support participants to develop personal stories and creative content.
Collaborate with participants to co-create a short interactive song for public performance.
Develop and perform up to three short interactive songs as part of the audio-walk experience.
Provide live narration and storytelling throughout the public walks.
Act as lead walk host, guiding audiences safely and confidently along the route and performing 3 short songs at a seated area.
Work closely with the Producer and Audio Associate to integrate live and recorded material.
Contribute creatively to rehearsal, route development and performance preparation.
Support an inclusive, welcoming and accessible participant experience.Useful Links
How to Apply
Please send:
• A CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A short covering letter outlining your interest in the project and relevant experience (maximum 2 sides of A4)
• Links to any relevant work examples (optional)